Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Boston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Boston

With a population of 35,859, Boston is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boston to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Boston

Boston in July
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boston in July
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Boston

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 89 km from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Manchester and takes around 4h.

Train

Located 11 km from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 km from Boston. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 89 km from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Manchester and takes around 4h.

Train

Located 11 km from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 km from Boston. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Boston

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Airlines serving Boston

Lufthansa
Good (7,939 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,905 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,321 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,430 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,189 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,578 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,625 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,502 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,342 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (208 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,520 reviews)
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Where to stay in Boston

Average rates range from around £68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £73 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Boston

Most booked hotels in Boston

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The Stanley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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The White Hart Hotel, Boston, Lincolnshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Boston West Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£33+
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Supreme Inn Boston
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
£32+
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The New England Hotel
2 stars
Okay (5.3, Okay reviews)
£44+
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Hiring a car in Boston

Hiring a car in Boston costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.01 and £25.34. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Boston costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.01 and £25.34. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

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